Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
636149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. : 66 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635481



Common Names

  • Cyrtandra Lillianae
  • Asparagus Warneckei
  • Cyrtandra Lagunae


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Synonyms

  • Myrsiphyllum volubile (Thunb.) Oberm. [unknown]
  • Dracaena volubilis L.f. [unknown]

Description

Asparagus volubilis (also called Climbing Asparagus, among many other common names) is an evergreen climber or shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in coastal areas, in valleys, and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Asparagus volubilis has many culinary uses and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asparagus volubilis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asparagus volubilis is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Asparagus volubilis

Asparagus volubilis is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found growing in moist forests and wet cliffs at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Asparagus volubilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asparagus volubilis?

Asparagus volubilis

What is the common name of Asparagus volubilis?

Volubilis

Where is Asparagus volubilis found?

India

Species in the Asparagus genus

Asparagus acicularis, Asparagus acocksii, Asparagus acutifolius, Asparagus adscendens, Asparagus aethiopicus, Asparagus africanus, Asparagus aggregatus, Asparagus albus, Asparagus alopecurus, Asparagus altiscandens, Asparagus altissimus, Asparagus angulofractus, Asparagus angusticladus, Asparagus aphyllus, Asparagus arborescens, Asparagus asiaticus, Asparagus asiaticus, Asparagus asparagoides, Asparagus aspergillus, Asparagus baumii, Asparagus bayeri, Asparagus benguellensis, Asparagus bequaertii, Asparagus biflorus, Asparagus botschantzevii, Asparagus brachyphyllus, Asparagus breslerianus, Asparagus buchananii, Asparagus bucharicus, Asparagus burchellii, Asparagus burjaticus, Asparagus calcicola, Asparagus capensis, Asparagus capitatus, Asparagus clareae, Asparagus cochinchinensis, Asparagus coddii, Asparagus concinnus, Asparagus confertus, Asparagus coodei, Asparagus crassicladus, Asparagus curillus, Asparagus davuricus, Asparagus declinatus, Asparagus deflexus, Asparagus densiflorus, Asparagus denudatus, Asparagus devenishii, Asparagus divaricatus, Asparagus drepanophyllus,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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